I have been using this camera for about a year and I have gotten some surprising results. You can see some examples of how well the shots come out by looking at my web site, stevesphotoz.com. It is easy to use, provided you understand ISO and shutterspeed. I also like the different settings for depth of field control and lighting. It isn't a Nikon FM2, which is my favorite, but I really think this camera can do a lot for a photographer on a budget.